Castlegar Hospice Society

01/29/2026

If you are interested in volunteering for Castlegar Hospice, please sign up for this upcoming training in Trail.
If you decide to become part of our amazing team, give me a call and leave a message. 250-304-1266
Space is limited so please sign up soon!

General Training: The Greater Trail Hospice Society provides a 30-hour training workshop over two weekends. This education includes theory about what to expect as a person's illness progresses, symptom management, the dying process, grief, spirituality, volunteer roles and responsibilities, practice with communication skills, and more.

Grief Support Training: The Greater Trail Hospice Society provides a 30-hour training workshop, over two weekends. Join us to learn how grief progresses over time, how grief impacts mind, body and spirit, how to support someone in their grief, how to help people make meaning of their grief, and more!

April- General Training
April 10th: 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm
April 11th: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
April 24th: 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm
April 25th: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm

May- Grief Support Training
May 8th: 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm
May 9th: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
May 22nd: 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm
May 23rd: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm

The Training Fee for each training session (4 days) is $40 but can be waived for low-income individuals. (No income information required) Meals and Materials are included in this fee.
Greater Trail Hospice Society
Kiro Wellness Center
250-364-6204
236-968-6642 (After Hours Number)

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01/12/2026

This group begins tomorrow. Please share with someone that may be in need of this service.

12/29/2025

Thank you so much for the very kind donation from the Knights of Templar, Selkirk Preceptory No. 45.

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12/04/2025

Castlegar Hospice extends warm and heartfelt holiday wishes to our entire community. Thank you for your continued dedication, kindness, and support throughout the year. We are deeply grateful for our compassionate Hospice Volunteers, whose tireless commitment brings comfort and dignity to those we serve. To the families who place their trust in us-thank you for allowing us to walk alongside you. Your strength and companionship mean more than words can express.
We also extend sincere thanks to the volunteers who sell tickets and create the beautiful baking that supports our fundraising efforts. And to our incredible Hospice Board members-ladies, your leadership and generosity are truly extraordinary.
During this holiday season, we hold close in our hearts all who are experiencing grief. May you find moments of peace, gentle comfort, and the warmth of treasured memories. Please remember that the love shared continues to connect us.
You can contact Castlegar Hospice for support or to make a donation at castlegarhospice@gmail.com or call 250-304-1266

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11/10/2025

HANDLING THE HOLIDAYS

For those who are suffering a loss, the holiday season can be especially difficult. Castlegar Hospice Society along with our grief support volunteers are pleased to offer support and strategies to survive the holiday season.

When: Saturday November 29th.
Where: Castlegar Sandman Hotel
Time: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

For more information and to register, please contact Castlegar Hospice at 250-304-1266 or castlegarhospice@gmail.com
Please join us, you are not alone.

11/09/2025

The Kootenay Columbia Christmas Craft Faire is coming up this weekend and Castlegar Hospice will be there once again with their amazing and well loved Bake Sale. All ready to pop into your freezer for the holidays! We will be there on Friday the 14th. from 4-8 and again on Saturday the 15th. from 10-1:30!! Thank you for your support. Please Share.💕

09/25/2025

Castlegar Hospice is offering the grief support group once again beginning on October 9th from 11 to 1 pm at the Castlegar & District Health Centre. The grief group will be every two weeks ending on November 20th. If you or anyone you may know that may benefit by attending this group, or to register please call the office at 250-304-1266 to leave a voice mail or email at castlegarhospice@gmail.com This service is free. Please share this message if you can. Thank you.

09/15/2025

Castlegar Hospice is offering the grief support group once again beginning on October 9th from 11 to 1 pm at the Castlegar & District Health Centre. The grief group will be every two weeks ending on November 20th. If you or anyone you may know that may benefit by attending this group, or for any questions please call the office at 250-304-1266 to leave a voice mail or email at castlegarhospice@gmail.com.

09/11/2025

07/16/2025

Here are our lucky winners of our 50/50 draw!!
Silvia Scheulin, $4200, Lisa Macgregor, $1200 and Steph Pacheco $600. Congratulations Ladies!!🎉🎉🎉